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Welcome to our Blog! Here you will find a selection of handpicked articles and original posts that can help you think about how you want to plan your retirement. You can use the filters below to switch between original 'Posts' and 'Articles' from various categories about all things retirement!


Best things to do in Split Croatia: solo tips and trips
Great article about Split, Croatia and its Adriatic beauty. The article is from Solo Tips and Trips but has many ideas of interest to...
retirementgoat
Dec 9, 20221 min read
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Where is the best place to live for ex-pats in 2022
Good article from the South China Morning Post from Hong Kong. It also mentions a few place not top-of-mind for North Americans such as...
retirementgoat
Dec 8, 20221 min read
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Want to Roadtrip Across the American Southwest?
Great article from Outside on how to see some of the most beautiful and unique scenary and culture in America. - RetirementGoat
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Dec 7, 20221 min read
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This 52-Year-Old Left the US for Portugal
This is a great article and video from CNBC on an American Couple's experience relocating to Portugal with lots of personal perspective...
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Dec 7, 20221 min read
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There's more to explore in Malta
This exploration of Malta has amazing pictures and multimedia from this British site, Wanderlust, which has equally stunning travel...
retirementgoat
Dec 5, 20221 min read
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Walt Disney World Tips From Seniors For Seniors
This is a repost from The Mouse for Less blog that has been around for quite a while offers great value suggestions for everything...
retirementgoat
Dec 5, 20221 min read
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Everything to Know About the National Park Pass for Seniors
Great information on a great deal, $80 for a lifetime pass starting at age 62. - RetirementGoat
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Dec 5, 20221 min read
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Everything you need to know before booking your first African safari
I find the picture of the big cat above both awe-inspiring and a little frightening. Great article from the National Geographic if you...
retirementgoat
Dec 4, 20221 min read
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Meet the Retirees Who Live on Cruise Ships
The concept would be a dream for many, but for others, not so much. this article from Conde Nast talks about the lifestyle and the costs,...
retirementgoat
Dec 4, 20221 min read
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Best Towns and Cities for US Expats to Retire in Southeast Asia
A good travel-oriented article on South Asian options for retirement. A good practice is extended or multiple trips prior to any thought...
retirementgoat
Dec 4, 20221 min read
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16 Things We Love and Hate About Living in Portugal
Another great article from 2foodtrippers! This time about their experiences after relocating to Portugal. The Authors capture the...
retirementgoat
Dec 3, 20221 min read
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Want to Spend Your Golden Years in Europe?
Mostly I do think about living in Europe, but then think of the other places I won't be and friends and family at home. Interestingly,...
retirementgoat
Dec 3, 20221 min read
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Making Hay in Margaritaville
This article from the Financial Post explores the development of a different type of retirement community. Part retirement-community and...
retirementgoat
Dec 2, 20221 min read
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Double Fixer-Upper
This is a trend in a number of smaller towns in various European countries to combat de-population. However, while there are lots of...
retirementgoat
Dec 2, 20221 min read
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Most dangerous places to travel
Adventure travel is amazing! However, there are some global destinations that are fundamentally unsafe for a variety of reasons and are...
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Dec 2, 20221 min read
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6 places to go for Costa Rican adventures
Some ideas from Tripadvisor on active travels to the eco- and adventure-tourism hotspot of Costa Rica. - RetirementGoat
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Dec 2, 20221 min read
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The best countries to retire in
A little more comprehensive and scientific study on the relative merits of various retirement destinations from the World Economic Forum....
retirementgoat
Dec 1, 20221 min read
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Cruise Critic names the best cruise ships of 2022
Sounds awfully good in the cold weather of early winter, or, maybe, anytime... Published in CNN Travel. - RetirementGoat
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Dec 1, 20221 min read
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9 Safest Places to Retire Abroad for Under $2000 a Month
Not just safe and reasonably priced but pretty darn nice... One of many living abroad articles that can be found on GOBankingRates. -...
retirementgoat
Nov 30, 20221 min read
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12 Ways You Can Legally Live and Work in Europe
A list compiled by Fodors. I understand that the list contains a couple of items, such as #7 "play a professional sport", that may not...
retirementgoat
Nov 27, 20221 min read
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